8th Grade US History Assignments - Week 9/4 - 9/8/17

Monday:

Labor Day: What it Means

Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country.
                               (https://www.dol.gov/general/laborday/history)





Tuesday: The Early Americas - Assessment Questions - Page 20 - Due.
            
                Essential Question: How much does geography affect people's lives? - Discussion.

                Summary - Section 1.1 - PPT - Native Americans Civilizations.


Wednesday: The top five challenges the U.S. faces around the world today. J.S. Pages 14 -17
                 
                      - Know the News W.S. 10 questions. (T-10)
               
                      Homework: - Foreign-Policy Challenges W.S. (T-11)
                   

Thursday: United States Rivers and Lakes - Map Activity.

Friday:  United States Rivers and Lakes - Map Activity.


Other Due Dates:

Junior Scholastic Magazine - Sept. 4th issue - Quiz Wizard: Monday, September 18th.

U. S. States and Capitals Test:  Wednesday, September 27th.